It's black

Today I realized something; this top is black.
I know what you are thinking, "Well duh Lydia, of course this top is black, what other color could it possibly be?"
Navy. That's what color. That is what I thought it was when I bought it, that is what I thought it was the first time I wore it, despite the fact that it looked black in the photos; and now, that the cruel reality is upon me, I've decided that I don't really like this top anymore, because it's not navy!
It's black
It's black
This is me, laughing because I am a fool.
It's black
See this little triangle necklace? Would you believe that this is the first time it's been worn in 13 years? I found it on the floor when I was in middle school and the clasp was broken off. I brought it home, stuck it in my jewelry box and forgot about. I rediscovered it the other day, replaced the clasp, and here it is.
It's black
The Rundown
 Top TJMaxx - Pants NY&Co. - Cardigan Forever 21 - Belt Steve Madden - Shoes Nine West - Earrings Taken for Granite - Necklace The Floor
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  1. TaylorApril 5, 2011 at 8:56 PM

    Haha, my coworker comes in today and the first thing she asks me, frantically, is "ARE THESE PANTS NAVY OR BLACK?" Must be one of those days! That belt is adorrrrable and I ususally eschew anything with a bow.

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  2. AshleyApril 5, 2011 at 9:03 PM

    I seriously cannot distinguish between black and navy ever. I had black Converse for about three years that I would swear to God were navy. Your whole outfit looks dark blue to me. It could be the computer screen, or it could be my eyesight. Let's go with the computer screen...but I highly doubt that's the case.

    I'm diggin' your pants!

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  3. UnknownApril 5, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    I always do that! I have these skinny jeans and I could have sworn they were a dark blue wash, but lo and behold, they were black. Still are too! :)

    I love the shirt! But I'm a sucker for anything with a cute print.

    Loving the laughing picture!

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  4. monicaApril 5, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    i love ur wide flare trousers

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  5. Kayla RochelleApril 5, 2011 at 9:25 PM

    First of all that top looks amazing on you! Forget the color specifics, it is amazing! Secondly, Black and Navy don't clash, they are both neutrals!! Neutrals can't clash, because they are just that...neutral :) Well at least that's how I justify and mis-matching I may do!

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  6. YeriApril 5, 2011 at 9:36 PM

    I think you're crazy! The top is so cute - navy or black. I also love the matching theme going with the bow print and the bow on the belt. Love the pics too!

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  7. danielleApril 5, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    love the wide leg pants! and i must be color blind because that whole outfit looks navy to me.

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  8. UnknownApril 5, 2011 at 10:05 PM

    your outfits get chicer by the minute! LOVE this!

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  9. D'AndraApril 5, 2011 at 10:06 PM

    Your whole outfit looks navy to me. Or maybe black. I can't really tell. Either way it looks great on you. I love how the belt really pops!

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  10. Keep Warm (Danielle)April 5, 2011 at 10:28 PM

    You, Miss L, are adorable! As is that top! I LURRRVE it! Actually, I love the whole shebang... nicey nice!

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  11. Courtney ErinApril 5, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    I always have problems separating the navies from the black! But, on another note, I love the way you accessorized this look, the belt and red shoes add such a nice little pop of color.

    xoxo ~ Courtney
    http://sartorialsidelines.blogspot.com

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  12. IsabelApril 5, 2011 at 10:55 PM

    sometimes its hard to tell between black in navy unless u are in direct sunlight.

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  13. stylenuggetsApril 5, 2011 at 11:00 PM

    Wondered why the title was 'It's black' as your outfit looked navy or dark blue to me. But that could be the monitor settings. Anyhow I like the outfit, navy blue or black , I like it!

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  14. KileenApril 5, 2011 at 11:12 PM

    i totally mistake navy for black all the time!! so frustrating. this outfit still looks super lovely and i'm glad you were able to salvage the necklace!

    cute & little

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  15. JessApril 5, 2011 at 11:13 PM

    I like top, even if it isn't navy. Plus your belt is too adorable.

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  16. EApril 5, 2011 at 11:46 PM

    I love the delicate jewelry that you wore with this look!

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  17. little luxury listApril 6, 2011 at 12:21 AM

    I love rediscovering old jewelry.
    Isn't it funny how many shades of black or white exist? It still looks great on you dear!

    xoxo,
    Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  18. AnonymousApril 6, 2011 at 12:46 AM

    I have real trouble distinguishing black from navy myself. When I thrift something like that, I always ask for a second opinion to test my eyes. Last month, I had a polka-dotted blouse I thought was an olive green. It never made it to my blog because by the end of the day, I had decided that the olive green was actually black!

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  19. SeñoritaApril 6, 2011 at 12:53 AM

    Funny what we can randomly find on the floor... Anyways, I can see why you thought the shirt was navy blue. It looks navy blue...

    http://ladyonaroof.blogspot.com/

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  20. AnonymousApril 6, 2011 at 12:57 AM

    Perhaps it isn't navy but it still looks darn good! What's not to like?
    Fab outfit!

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  21. heatherApril 6, 2011 at 1:33 AM

    I love your necklace! And especially the story of your necklace :)

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  22. Lisa Lisa LisaApril 6, 2011 at 1:52 AM

    Aww, I still like the top! But I know how you feel, navy is such a beautiful and rich color. It is so close to black that sometimes it can be confusing in the wrong lighting.

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  23. MimiApril 6, 2011 at 4:22 AM

    oh my gosh, i do that too! i buy something thinking it's one color, then realize one day i'm completely wrong, and it's just not the same... haha. ;)

    <3, Mimi
    http://whatmimiwrites.blogspot.com/

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  24. Nikki | The Ginger DiariesApril 6, 2011 at 7:16 AM

    this outfit looks so good on you! love the flared pants ^^ and the cute pattern on the top :) x

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  25. Closet FashionistaApril 6, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    Love this outfit! And HAHA! Its funny how the color of something can change your mind entirely about it, I know exactly what you mean :p
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com/

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  26. AnneApril 6, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    I definitely have that problem with black and navy. Your top does look navy to me, but then so does the rest of your outfit, so it's probably my screen. It's a really cute top though, whichever color it might actually be.

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  27. Diana MieczanApril 6, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    What a fantastic outfit. I love that top and the belt is sooo cute! Have a lovely day, darling
    Kisses

    Ps: I’m hosting a super fun 3 winners GIVEAWAY today! Hope you’ll join in :)

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  28. ericaApril 6, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    Loving your outfit, and our earrings with the pop of color definitely complete it. Hope you're having a fabulous day gorgeous.

    xo

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  29. ArianaApril 6, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    I still think that top is quite cute, navy or not!

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  30. VanessaApril 6, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    I'm eternally holding up navy or black items and comparing them to true black items to try to figure out if it is navy or black. urgh!
    I love the top, though!

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  31. FedulabApril 6, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    So very happy that Spring is finally arriving and you are always cool

    ;) Fede
    http://fedulab.blogspot.com/

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  32. Chantele Cross-JonesApril 6, 2011 at 4:16 PM

    Well what ever colour it is it's cute! That necklace is great too, I am a total magpie in work coz people break and lose things in the pub all the time. I have been stashing everything away for a few months. Soon I am going to do some DIY projects and make some stuff to sell, get my etsy shop up and running!

    Daisy Dayz Home
    Cross-Jones-Photography Home

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  33. AmberApril 6, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    ok maybe I am blind but it looks navy to me? Either way you still look cute as a button

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  34. Capucine de ChocqueuseApril 6, 2011 at 4:42 PM

    Oh really? It's black? I would have said navy too... We have the same eyes problem, obviously!
    You look great, and that necklace is wouah!

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  35. Molly OApril 6, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    I love your necklace! so unique! you look lovely as usual :)

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  36. Shea LennonApril 6, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    Hmmm, I can't really tell exactly, but I think you're right. Either way, I really like this top--that print is adorable! I love your addition of the red bow belt!

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  37. LorenaApril 6, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    U look fabulous.
    Sometimes when I am not sure if something is black - i put it next to a black garment - so i can make sure....

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  38. AnonymousApril 7, 2011 at 3:00 AM

    I can not believe you held onto that necklace this whole time!
    And I think your top looks navy :)

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  39. kApril 7, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    you had me at triangle necklace.

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  40. UnknownApril 7, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    Ummm yeah i thought to was navy too. But I routinely ask strangers in stores if something is black/navy so I'm not much to go on. I can't believe it's taken you so long to wear that necklace, it's really pretty and delicate (and not reminiscent of the 90s/boy bands/blue glitter at all)!

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  41. RachelApril 7, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    Haha, I still think your blouse is pretty, navy or not. :D

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  42. UnknownApril 7, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    Your belt is stunning ... oh if only :-)

    I photographed a new top today and the colour in the photo and reality are worlds apart. I also find black and navy hard to tell apart at times.

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